St Patrick’s Day Debate

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Department: Northern Ireland Office
Tuesday 17th March 2020

(4 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Stephen Farry Portrait Stephen Farry (North Down) (Alliance)
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Will the hon. Gentleman give way?

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Stephen Farry Portrait Stephen Farry
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For the sake of balance and inclusivity, it is worth reminding the House that St Patrick was, of course, Welsh.

Jim Shannon Portrait Jim Shannon
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He certainly was. This is my first Adjournment debate for many, many years, but I have intervened in a great many Adjournment debates held by other Members and I have been pleased to do so.